Family Support Centers (FSCs) are designed to address risk factors that may impact a family’s wellness and stability, and provide a safe and convenient location where families can receive or be referred to community-based supports and services. Onsite services at FSCs vary according to community needs, but may include parenting and life skills classes, child playgroups, food and diaper pantries, and counseling. These services are designed to end generational poverty, help families prosper, and prevent situations that may lead to child abuse and neglect.
FSC services are not restricted to at-risk families, but offered to any family in a community who would benefit from the services and programs available. Currently, 37 counties are covered by 40 FSCs.
Funding is available through Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), the Promoting Safe and Stable Families Act, and Title II of the Child Abuse Prevention & Treatment Act. Applicants must first register as a vendor and may then apply through the WV Grants portal.
For information on Department of Human Services Bureau for Family Assistance grant application process, visit here. To view and apply for careers with the Bureau for Family Assistance, visit here.
For information regarding all available grants provided by WV DHHR, including those provided through BFA, please visit here. Click Funding Opportunities at the top of the page. If you search “WV DHHR, BFA” in the Division/Agency box, the results will show all BFA grants.
